Balancing Innovation with Ethics
Romina Soledad Albornoz-De Luise, Pablo Arnau‐González, Ana Serrano-Mamolar, Sergi Solera-Monforte, Yuyan Wu · 2024
This chapter systematically explores the promise and perils of intelligent tutoring systems (ITS), highlighting advantages such as personalized learning and accessibility, while also scrutinizing risks including algorithmic bias, privacy concerns, and socioeconomic disparities in access. Drawing on ethical frameworks and real-world examples, it underscores the importance of responsible development and deployment practices. By advocating for equity, transparency, and student-centered approaches, the chapter provides a comprehensive guide for navigating the multifaceted ethical landscape of ITS, ensuring the advancement of education while safeguarding the rights and dignity of learners. It delves deeply into the ethical dimensions of ITS, exploring both the promises and perils they present. Through a comprehensive examination of the advantages offered by ITS, such as personalized learning and adaptive instruction, as well as the potential risks, including algorithmic bias and privacy concerns, the chapter elucidates the multifaceted ethical landscape in which these systems operate.